Technics SL-1800 mk2

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The Technics SL-1800 mk2 is a high-end turntable manufactured by Panasonic (formerly known as Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.) under the brand name Technics. It is a follow-up model to the successful SL-1800, which was launched in 2016. The SL-1800 mk2 arrived in 2019, and it builds on the predecessor's design and features to deliver enhanced performance and user experience. Some of the key upgrades include:1. Minimalist Design: The SL-1800 mk2 has a sleek and elegant design, with a minimalist aesthetic that is inspired by the first SL-1200 model. The turntable's matte finish on the top and bottom panels, as well as the wooden plinth, adds to its sophisticated style, but it has eliminated the dust cover altogether.2. High-precision Platter: The SL-1800 mk2 features a newly developed 3mm-thick brass platter that has a weight of 2.5 kg. The platter is stiff, lightweight, and features a large-diameter (55 mm) rubber mat. The platter's ultra-low rotational noise level comes from its special two-layer structure, which includes Glass Epoxy resin and Brass sandwiched together.3. Improved Direct-Drive Motor: The turntable employs an improved version of the direct-drive motor, with a new rotor and stator winding pattern that deliver higher torque, lower vibration, and improved rotational stability. The motor uses a twin-rotor construction with high and low-speed rotors for improved speed stability in both high and low-torque zones.4. Stabilhythmic Control Technology: This is a newly developed mechanical control system that accurately corrects for any irregularities in the rotational axis that might cause unevenness in the vinyl's playback. The turntable uses two types of damping materials, a urethane material near the spindle, to stabilize low-frequency vertical resonance, and a new oil-based material near the platter to stabilize high-frequency vertical resonance. 5. New Mounting System for Tonearm: The SL-1800 mk2 features an improved mounting system for the tonearm, with a tighter tolerance and double-screw structure to enhance the stability of the tonearm during playback.Overall, the Technics SL-1800 mk2 is a high-performance turntable designed for audiophiles who demand the best in sound quality, build quality, and design. The upgrades in this version make it a formidable competitor in the premium turntable market.